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BASIL Liquorice - OCIMUM basilicum
Ocimum basilicum
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: V 408
Family: Lamiaceae
Characteristics: Annual culinary herb
Seed per packet: 100
A very aromatic variety with a spicy, liquorice smell. Stems and leaves develop a purple colouring as they mature with pink purple attractive flowers. Ideal in salads, emphasising the purple leaves, in stir-fries, or on pasta where its subtle flavour can be appreciated. Commonly used Vietnamese and Thai cooking.
Adaptable to most well-drained soil in a protected sunny position with an adequate amount of water.
Tropical: Spring-summer-autumn
Temperate: Spring to early autumn
Cold: Spring to early autumn
Sow: 3mm deep
Best sown direct in growing position, thin to 20cm apart
Plant space: 20cm
Row Space: 20cm
Germination: 6-10 days
Maturity: 6 weeks
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